Cepstrograms and Self-Similarity Matrices

##Pon de Replay Features of Rihanna’s Pon de Replay Intro (0:00-0:11): The song begins with a brief intro featuring a repeating synth melody and Rihanna’s vocals. Verse 1 (0:11-0:33): The first verse begins with Rihanna’s vocals over a sparse beat, building to a more intense chorus. Chorus 1 (0:33-0:56): The first chorus features Rihanna’s catchy hook “Come Mr. DJ song pon de replay,” over a driving beat. Verse 2 (0:56-1:17): The second verse features a similar structure to the first verse, building to the second chorus. Chorus 2 (1:17-1:41): The second chorus is a repeat of the first chorus. Bridge (1:41-2:02): The bridge provides a contrast to the chorus, featuring a different melody and lyrics Chorus 3 (2:02-2:26): The third chorus is a repeat of the first two choruses, with a few variations in the instrumentation. Outro (2:26-3:18): The song ends with a fade-out of the chorus, featuring Rihanna’s vocals and a repeating synth melody.

Overall, the arrangement of “Pon de Replay” follows a traditional pop song structure, with an intro, verses, chorus, bridge, and outro, with each section building on the previous one to create a dynamic and engaging song.

##Unfaithful

Intro (0:00-0:19): The song begins with a slow and mournful piano melody, which sets the tone for the emotional lyrics that follow. Verse 1 (0:19-0:41): The first verse begins with Rihanna’s vocals over a simple piano accompaniment, building to a more intense chorus. Chorus 1 (0:41-1:02): The first chorus features Rihanna’s emotive vocals over a more layered and complex instrumental accompaniment. Verse 2 (1:02-1:24): The second verse features a similar structure to the first verse, building to the second chorus. Chorus 2 (1:24-1:45): The second chorus is a repeat of the first chorus, with slight variations in the instrumentation and vocal delivery. Bridge (1:45-2:06): The bridge provides a contrast to the chorus, featuring a different melody and lyrics, as Rihanna sings “I don’t wanna be the reason why / Every time I walk out the door / I see him die a little more inside.” Chorus 3 (2:06-2:27): The third chorus is a repeat of the first two choruses, with a few variations in the instrumentation. Outro (2:27-3:51): The song ends with a repetition of the intro’s piano melody, with Rihanna’s vocals fading out.

Overall, the arrangement of “Unfaithful” follows a traditional pop ballad structure, with an intro, verses, choruses, and a bridge, with each section building on the previous one to create a dynamic and emotional song.

##Umbrella

Intro (0:00-0:10): The song begins with a synth chord progression and a simple drum pattern. Verse 1 (0:10-0:43): The first verse features Rihanna’s vocals over a sparse instrumental accompaniment, building to a pre-chorus. Pre-chorus (0:43-1:02): The pre-chorus begins with a slightly more intense instrumental accompaniment. Chorus 1 (1:02-1:32): The first chorus features a catchy and repetitive melody, with Rihanna’s vocals over a layered and upbeat instrumental accompaniment. Verse 2 (1:32-2:06): The second verse is similar to the first verse, but with slight variations in the instrumentation and vocal delivery. Pre-chorus (2:06-2:25): The pre-chorus is repeated, leading into the second chorus. Chorus 2 (2:25-2:56): The second chorus is a repeat of the first chorus, but with some variations in the instrumentation and vocal ad-libs. Bridge (2:56-3:18): The bridge provides a contrast to the chorus, with a slower tempo and a different chord progression. Rihanna sings “You can run into my arms / It’s okay, don’t be alarmed / Come into me / There’s no distance in between our love.” Chorus 3 (3:18-3:49): The third chorus is a repeat of the first two choruses, with additional vocal ad-libs and harmonies. Outro (3:49-4:13): The song ends with a repetition of the chorus and an instrumental fade-out.

##Rude boy

Intro (0:00-0:11): The song starts with a drum loop, a synth riff, and Rihanna’s vocals. Verse 1 (0:11-0:43): The first verse features Rihanna’s vocals over a sparse instrumental accompaniment, building to a pre-chorus. Pre-chorus (0:43-0:59): Starts with a more intense instrumental accompaniment. Chorus 1 (0:59-1:30): The first chorus features a catchy and repetitive melody, with Rihanna’s vocals over a layered and upbeat instrumental accompaniment. Verse 2 (1:30-2:03): The second verse is similar to the first verse, but with some variations in the instrumentation and vocal delivery. Pre-chorus (2:03-2:19): The pre-chorus is repeated, leading into the second chorus. Chorus 2 (2:19-2:50): The second chorus is a repeat of the first chorus, but with some variations in the instrumentation and vocal ad-libs. Bridge (2:50-3:12): The bridge provides a contrast to the chorus, with a slower tempo and a different chord progression. Rihanna sings “Come here rude boy, boy, can you get it up? / Come here rude boy, boy, is you big enough? / Take it, take it, baby, baby / Take it, take it, love me, love me.” Chorus 3 (3:12-3:43): The third chorus is a repeat of the first two choruses, with additional vocal ad-libs and harmonies. Outro (3:43-3:57): The song ends with a repetition of the chorus and an instrumental fade-out.

Overall, the song features variations, such as the repetition of the pre-chorus and the vocal ad-libs and harmonies in the choruses. The bridge adds to the dynamic and memorable quality of the song by providing a contrast to the chorus.

##S&M

Verse 2 (1:33-2:05): The second verse is similar to the first verse, but with some variations in the instrumentation and vocal delivery. Pre-chorus (2:05-2:21): The pre-chorus is repeated, leading into the second chorus. Chorus 2 (2:21-2:51): The second chorus is a repeat of the first chorus, but with some variations in the instrumentation and vocal ad-libs. Bridge (2:51-3:23): The bridge provides a contrast to the chorus, with a slower tempo and a different chord progression. Chorus 3 (3:23-3:53): The third chorus is a repeat of the first two choruses, with additional vocal ad-libs and harmonies. Outro (3:53-4:16): The song ends with a repetition of the chorus and an instrumental fade-out.

Overall, the arrangement of “S&M” follows a standard pop song structure, with an intro, verses, pre-choruses, choruses, and a bridge. The song features variations, such as the repetition of the pre-chorus and the vocal ad-libs and harmonies in the choruses. The bridge adds to the dynamic and memorable quality of the song by providing a contrast to the chorus.

##We found love

Intro (0:00-0:04): The song starts with a repetitive synth riff and Rihanna’s vocals. Verse 1 (0:04-0:35): The first verse features Rihanna’s vocals over instrumental accompaniment, building to a pre-chorus. Pre-chorus (0:35-0:49): The pre-chorus is a short section that serves as a transition from the verse to the chorus, with a more intense instrumental accompaniment. Chorus 1 (0:49-1:19): The first chorus features a catchy and repetitive melody, with Rihanna’s vocals over a layered and upbeat instrumental accompaniment. Verse 2 (1:19-1:50): The second verse is similar to the first verse, but with some variations in the instrumentation and vocal delivery. Pre-chorus (1:50-2:04): The pre-chorus is repeated, leading into the second chorus. Chorus 2 (2:04-2:34): The second chorus is a repeat of the first chorus, but with some variations in the instrumentation and vocal ad-libs. Bridge (2:34-2:49): The bridge provides a contrast to the chorus, with a slower tempo and a different chord progression. Rihanna sings “Yellow diamonds in the light / And we’re standing side by side.” Chorus 3 (2:49-3:19): The third chorus is a repeat of the first two choruses, with additional vocal ad-libs and harmonies. Outro (3:19-3:50): The song ends with a repetition of the chorus and an instrumental fade-out.

Overall, the arrangement of “We Found Love” follows a standard pop song structure, with an intro, verses, pre-choruses, choruses, and a bridge. The song features variations, such as the repetition of the pre-chorus and the vocal ad-libs and harmonies in the choruses. The bridge adds to the dynamic and memorable quality of the song by providing a contrast to the chorus.

##Diamonds

Intro (0:00-0:07): The song starts with a slow and atmospheric instrumental intro, with a repeating piano melody and Rihanna’s vocals. Verse 1 (0:07-0:38): The first verse features Rihanna’s vocals over a sparse instrumental accompaniment, building to a pre-chorus. Pre-chorus (0:38-0:52): The pre-chorus is a short section that serves as a transition from the verse to the chorus, with a more intense instrumental accompaniment. Chorus 1 (0:52-1:22): The first chorus features a catchy and repetitive melody, with Rihanna’s vocals over a layered and upbeat instrumental accompaniment. Verse 2 (1:22-1:53): The second verse is similar to the first verse, but with some variations in the instrumentation and vocal delivery. Pre-chorus (1:53-2:07): The pre-chorus is repeated, leading into the second chorus. Chorus 2 (2:07-2:38): The second chorus is a repeat of the first chorus, but with some variations in the instrumentation and vocal ad-libs. Bridge (2:38-3:09): The bridge provides a contrast to the chorus, with a slower tempo and a different chord progression. Rihanna sings “So shine bright, tonight you and I / We’re beautiful like diamonds in the sky.” Chorus 3 (3:09-3:39): The third chorus is a repeat of the first two choruses, with additional vocal ad-libs and harmonies. Outro (3:39-4:22): The song ends with a repetition of the chorus and an instrumental fade-out.

Overall, the arrangement of “Diamonds” follows a standard pop song structure, with an intro, verses, pre-choruses, choruses, and a bridge. The song features variations, such as the repetition of the pre-chorus and the vocal ad-libs and harmonies in the choruses. The bridge adds to the dynamic and memorable quality of the song by providing a contrast to the chorus.

##Work

“Work” by Rihanna is a dancehall and reggae-pop influenced song that follows a non-traditional pop song structure. Here is the arrangement of the song based on the most common sources:

Intro (0:00-0:13): The song starts with a repeating instrumental riff and Rihanna’s vocal ad-libs. Verse 1 (0:13-0:39): The first verse features Rihanna’s vocals in Jamaican Patois over a sparse instrumental accompaniment, building to a pre-chorus. Pre-chorus (0:39-0:53): The pre-chorus is a short section that serves as a transition from the verse to the chorus, with a more intense instrumental accompaniment. Chorus 1 (0:53-1:29): The first chorus features Rihanna’s vocals over a dancehall-inspired instrumental accompaniment, with a repetitive and catchy melody. Verse 2 (1:29-1:57): The second verse is similar to the first verse, but with some variations in the instrumentation and vocal delivery. Pre-chorus (1:57-2:12): The pre-chorus is repeated, leading into the second chorus. Chorus 2 (2:12-2:49): The second chorus is a repeat of the first chorus, with some variations in the instrumentation and vocal ad-libs. Bridge (2:49-3:04): The bridge is a short section that features a contrasting instrumental accompaniment and Rihanna’s vocals in English, singing “You see me I be work, work, work, work, work, work.” Chorus 3 (3:04-3:42): The third chorus is a repeat of the first two choruses, with additional vocal ad-libs and harmonies. Outro (3:42-3:59): The song ends with a repetition of the chorus and an instrumental fade-out.

Overall, the arrangement of “Work” follows a non-traditional pop song structure, with an intro, verses, pre-choruses, choruses, and a bridge. The song features variations, such as the use of Jamaican Patois in the verses and the dancehall-inspired instrumental accompaniment. The bridge adds to the dynamic and memorable quality of the song by providing a contrast to the chorus.

Popularity of Albums

##Chart Popularirty of all Rihanna’s album from 2005 they 2016

Albums

Chromatograms

Chromatograms of the most streamed songs of Rihanna per album

Pon de replay

Unfaithful

Umbrella

Rude Boy

S&M

We found love

Diamonds

Work

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“Pon de Replay” by Rihanna is a popular dancehall-influenced pop song. The song is primarily in the key of B-flat minor, with a tempo of approximately 100 beats per minute.The chord progression in the song is relatively simple and features a repeating pattern of three chords throughout most of the song. The chords used in “Pon de Replay” are Bb minor, Eb minor, and F# major.

“Unfaithful” by Rihanna is a pop ballad that features a piano-based accompaniment with a simple yet powerful harmonic structure. The song is primarily in the key of C minor, with a tempo of approximately 90 beats per minute.The chord progression in “Unfaithful” is relatively simple, featuring a repeating pattern of four chords throughout the song. The chords used in “Unfaithful” are C minor, Bb major, Ab major, and G major.

“Umbrella” by Rihanna is a pop song with R&B and hip-hop influences. The song is primarily in the key of C# minor, with a tempo of approximately 87 beats per minute.The chord progression in “Umbrella” is relatively simple, featuring a repeating pattern of three chords throughout most of the song. The chords used in “Umbrella” are C# minor, B major, and A major.

“Rude Boy” by Rihanna is a dancehall and reggae-influenced pop song. The song is primarily in the key of B minor, with a tempo of approximately 87 beats per minute.The chord progression in “Rude Boy” is relatively simple, featuring a repeating pattern of four chords throughout most of the song. The chords used in “Rude Boy” are B minor, D major, G major, and A major.

“S&M” by Rihanna is an electro-pop and dance-pop song with influences from house and techno music. The song is primarily in the key of E-flat major, with a tempo of approximately 128 beats per minute.The chord progression in “S&M” is relatively simple, featuring a repeating pattern of four chords throughout most of the song. The chords used in “S&M” are E-flat major, B-flat major, C minor, and G minor.

“We Found Love” by Rihanna is an upbeat dance-pop and EDM song with influences from house and techno music. The song is primarily in the key of G major, with a tempo of approximately 128 beats per minute.The chord progression in “We Found Love” is relatively simple, featuring a repeating pattern of four chords throughout most of the song. The chords used in “We Found Love” are G major, D major, Em, and C major.

“Diamonds” by Rihanna is a mid-tempo pop ballad with a prominent piano riff and a chorus that features electronic beats. The song is primarily in the key of B-flat major, with a tempo of approximately 92 beats per minute.The chord progression in “Diamonds” is relatively simple, featuring a repeating pattern of four chords throughout most of the song. The chords used in “Diamonds” are B-flat major, G minor, E-flat major, and F major.

“Work” by Rihanna is a dancehall-inspired pop song with a prominent beat and lyrics. The song is primarily in the key of A minor, with a tempo of approximately 92 beats per minute.The chord progression in “Work” is relatively simple, featuring a repeating pattern of four chords throughout most of the song. The chords used in “Work” are A minor, E minor, D major, and F major.